(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Pavilion in Bend is getting into the holiday spirit with its annual Holiday Skate sessions, open to skaters of all ages and abilities. Holiday Skate events offer a chance for families and friends to enjoy the ice together during the winter season. Rental skates are available for
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The holiday spirit shines bright as Indian Head Casino joyfully kicks off its Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Festival — a heartwarming celebration that brings the community together in dazzling style. The celebration features a 40-foot walk-through Christmas tree, live music, festive activities for all ages, and a breathtaking drone light show finale. The
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REDMOND, Ore (KTVZ) — The Redmond community Christmas tree has arrived at Centennial Park, ready to serve as the centerpiece for the upcoming holiday festivities. The tree was donated by the Haines family, who reached out in July with an offer to donate a tree that needed to be removed. With the help of Vernam
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The National Retail Federation’s annual consumer survey shows the average American plans to spend almost $900 this season. Of that, more than $600 is expected to go toward gifts for family and friends, while nearly $300 will cover food, decorations, and other holiday needs.
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(Update: Adding video) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Youth Villages’ Holiday Heroes campaign is underway, and the nonprofit is looking for more heroes to help make the season special for more than 500 children and young people engaged in services in Portland, Salem and Bend. Holiday Heroes fulfills wish lists for holiday gifts and winter essentials for youth and families who are working to strengthen and stabilize, as well as young people impacted by foster care, the organization said in
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(Update: Adding video) With fall in full swing and Halloween right around the corner, you might be looking for something fun to do this season. There are a number of places across Central Oregon where you can pick out a pumpkin and celebrate the season.Smith Rock Ranch in Terrebonne is the regions largest “u-pick” pumpkin
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(Update: adding video) WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — The U.S. Postal Service has announced the recommended mailing and shipping dates for mail and packages for the 2025 holiday season. For expected delivery before Dec. 25, the Postal Service recommends the following send-by dates: 2025 Holiday Shipping Dates for Contiguous U.S. (Lower 48 States) USPS Ground Advantage service:
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As Central Oregonians gear up for holiday gatherings, many are facing tighter budgets. And as the cost of groceries — especially meat — continues to climb, many are forced to rethink what will be on the table this year.
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Animals shelters throughout Central Oregon tend to see at least ten times the normal amount of intakes during the Fourth of July holiday.
Nationally, the American Humane Society estimates July 5th is the busiest day of the year for shelters.
REDMOND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Earlier this year, the Redmond City Council discussed a city-wide ban on the usage of 4th of July fireworks. Back then, Redmond Mayor Ed Fitch said, he wasn’t comfortable discussing a ban because organizations had already begun the process of purchasing their permits. Fast forward, just days before the 4th of
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BEND, Ore. — (KTVZ) — If you want to celebrate New Year’s eve a little differently, take a trip to Pangaea. It’s a meeting place, cafe and bar for board games and Dungeons and Dragons. For New Years, they’re going to have a Dungeons and Dragons battle royale where players fight each other in an arena style tournament.
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Christmas Tree in Redmond’s Centennial has a rather noticeable lean. The city has been getting some calls about it from concerned citizens, but they say it’s safe. If anything the askew tree gives it some unique charm.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This holiday season, Bethlehem Inn is ensuring that individuals and families experiencing homelessness are surrounded by compassion, community, and the warmth of the season. For over 100 men and women, along with 10 families who currently call the Inn home, Christmas will bring the gift of safety, hope, and holiday cheer—thanks
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(BEND, Ore.) — KTVZ– Sunriver Resort has transformed into a sweet wonderland, filled with gingerbread, frosting, and candy. It’s all part of the annual gingerbread house contest. An entire room has been turned into gingerbread junction where contestants purchase space to display their creative designs. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Habitat for
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Salvation Army of Bend Corps issued a plea for help Wednesday, saying it is anticipated to see a reduction in red kettle income up to 75 percent, with less than one week to go for the fundraising campaign. The Salvation Army credits the decrease in donations to the Thanksgiving
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(BEND, Ore.) — KTVZ– The Assistance League of Bend spent the day delivering holiday cheer. Their secret Santa delivery project brings gifts to 18 assisted living facilities here in Bend, Redmond, La Pine and Sisters. The care homes gave the Assistance League wishlists for more than 400 people. Members of the league, their families and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Though the generosity of its members and community, Mid Oregon Credit Union’s 2024 Holiday Dough fundraising effort collected almost $4,300 from over 153 individuals in support of local food banks this holiday season. During the month of December, Mid Oregon’s Holiday Dough invited its members and the community to make financial
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Yet another fun, bright and colorful holiday tradition was back in Bend: Brightly lit kayaks, canoes and paddle boards lit up the Deschutes River Friday evening at Tumalo Creek’s Holiday Lights Paddle Parade.
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Oh, what fun it is to drive down Sarah Drive in SE Bend and check out all the fun holiday light displays! We also shared some of your great Holiday Lights Photo Contest submissions – see the photo album under our Contests tab at https://ktvz.com/marketplace/contests-rules/2024/11/25/holiday-lights-photo-contest-2024
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Scouts BSA will be collecting and recycling Christmas trees in your community on the weekends of December 28th and 29th and January 4th and 5th. Here’s the full announcement: We request a donation of $10 but will gladly accept any donation over that amount. The money raised from the scouts’
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